Thiruthangal Nadar College, established in the year 1997 as a college for men was upgraded as a co-educational institution in 2002 to cater to the needs of women in North Chennai thus empowering them. It is a Self-Financing institution affiliated to the University of Madras. It was instituted by the magnanimous members of Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Hindu Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund with a deep sense of generosity and compassion to the under-privileged student community. The benevolent members of the management have extended their exemplary services in the field of education with an exuberant spirit of facilitating and providing wider opportunities to the youth from different backgrounds. The motto of the institution “Knowledge is Power” is pre-eminently enshrined to ignite and enlighten the minds of the youngsters through education by dispelling the darkness of ignorance. The committed services of the members of the management in-line with the dynamic governance and strong skills of leadership have lead to the establishment of a school and college to cater to the needs of the students. Installed in a city of quest for knowledge, amidst many colleges and universities Thiruthangal Nadar College has carved a niche for itself in a north Chennai by imparting quality education and instilling decorum to the future leaders of the nation. The primary vision of the college is to disseminate knowledge and foster in our students positive and critical thinking besides intellectual skills to become empowered beings. Thiruthangal Nadar College has been steadily forging ahead since its inception, adapting to the changes in the world around it but invariably retaining its core values of service, integration, discipline and decency. The mission is to provide quality and need-based education to students with facilities of higher education

Our Vision

  To disseminate knowledge and foster in our students positive and critical thinking besides intellectual skills to become empowered beings.

Our Mission

  To provide quality and need-based education to students with facilities of higher education and useful experiences leading to holistic progression.

Eligibility Certificate from University of Madras required for the following categories of students:

Candidates, who have passed the following examinations, must obtain an Eligibility Certificate from the University of Madras.

 Private Candidates under Open Schooling System

Higher Secondary or Equivalent Examinations conducted by all State Boards other than Tamil Nadu State Board.

All degree (UG/PG) examinations conducted by Universities other than University of Madras.

Candidates who have passed the course of study from Board / University that are not listed in the COBSE / UGC / World List of Universities will not be approved for the admission in UG / PG / M. Phil. courses of this University.

Candidates who have passed under 10+1 are Not Eligible for admission to Three Year Under Graduate Degree Course.

Candidates who have passed the degree course under 10+1+3 or 10+2+2 or 11+1+2 are Not Eligible for admission to Post Graduate Degree Course

Mode Of Selection

   A candidate will have to present himself/ herself along with parents for a Personal Interview with the Principal on the date mentioned without fail. The provisional selection will be automatically cancelled if the candidate fails to report for the interview on the scheduled date and time.

Interview

The following original certificates and other documents should be produced at the time of interview for verification and must be handed over at the college office once the admission is confirmed:

Qualifying examination mark statement or Provisional Certificate if any.

Transfer Certificate and Conduct Certificate.

Community Certificate (BC/MBC/DNC/SC/ST).

Certificate of proof for Differently-abled / Sports / NCC / Ex-Servicemen etc.

Certificate of Medical Fitness issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner.

Declaration

The applicant and the parent / guardian are required to go through the contents stated in the application form and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the college.

Attested photocopy of

10th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies

11th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies

12th Marksheet original with 2 photocopies

TC original with 2 photocopies

Community certificate original with 2 photocopies

Income certificate(optional)

Certificate of Proof of special category NCC/NSS/Sports/Ex-Service Men/Differently Abled

Medical Fitness Certificate

Copy of Aadhar card

Photos of Parents/Guardian(1 No)/ Student(3 Nos)

Submission of Application Forms

  In Person: Application forms can be submitted at the Administrative Office. (Timing: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. from Monday to Friday)

  Online Application: Submissions are through online Portals.Interview dates will be intimated through phone/SMS

  The filled in downloaded application should be submitted at the time of interview.

Submission Guidelines

  Students seeking admission to this college should conform to the rules of the Institution. Read the Prospectus thoroughly before filling in the application form. Any request for change of programme after admission will not be entertained.

Guidelines for choosing Part I language (Tamil/Hindi/French)

The applicant has to choose either Tamil or Hindi or French for Shift-I and Tamil or French for Shift-II.

It is advisable to choose the language studied already in class X/ XII.

Students opting for Tamil / Hindi need to have prior exposure of language at school level.

French is taught from the foundation level.

No request for change of language will be entertained after admission.

Community Certificate

The applicant must ensure that he/she has a proof of community that may be required to be submitted at the time of admission.

Marks secured in the Board (Qualifying) Examinations

The marks secured in the Board Examination must be filled in correctly.

Statement of marks downloaded from internet should be attached as proof.

Photograph

Additional 3 Passport size photos of the applicant in formal wear should be submitted at the time of admission.

Confirmation of Admission

The admission to the programme will be confirmed only after all the necessary documents are submitted.

Rules and Regulations of the College Code of Conduct

Students are subject to rules and the code of conduct framed by the authorities of the College. It shall be the duty of every student to conduct himself / herself with decorum in all places and circumstances.

College timing
Shift – I   : 8.00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Shift – II  : 1.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Dress Code

Boys– Formal Shirt and Pants (No faded or torn jeans and no balloon fitting pants, no wrist bands, ear rings and tattoo marks).

Girls– Modest Clothes preferably salwar (avoid sleeveless or short tops, flimsy clothes and tights).

Hair do Boys Short cut (trimmed beard and no colouring).

Girls Neatly tied and colouring not permitted.

  All students must compulsorily wear ID card on campus. If a student loses his/her ID card, a duplicate ID card will be issued on payment of Rs.500/-.

  Students should not use mobile phones in the college campus. Mobile phone if caught, for the first time, will be returned on payment of a fine of Rs.1,000/- . If he/she is caught for the second time, sim card and the mobile phone will not be returned till the end of the year.

  Students are prohibited from taking part in any political activity which is detrimental to the dignity of the college. They are not permitted to participate in live or photographic modeling, fashion shows, stage shows and or any TV programme without prior permission from the authorities.

  Students’ misconduct in cyber space, social network, public places and while commuting in public transport shall be dealt with stringent action.

  No student can conduct any meeting in the campus or collect money or distribute any pamphlets/brochures/notice or display any banner without the prior written permission of the authorities.

  If any student is found tampering or misusing the college ID card, library, train/bus pass, strict action will be taken.

  A minimum of 75% attendance is required to take up University examinations and to participate in other curricular and co- curricular activities. The student detained for lack of attendance will redo the semester and will be allowed to write only arrear papers if any. Disciplinary action will be taken on students caught for malpractice during examination.

  Any change in parents’ contact number/address should be notified to the Department and College Office in the prescribed format available in the college office.

  Students coming to college by two-wheelers must possess a valid driving license. Four wheelers are not permitted. Students should park their vehicles in the designated parking area.

  Any student taking a day’s leave must take prior permission from the class tutors. Any student taking leave for more than a day should submit explanation letter to the Principal through Class tutors and concerned HODs explaining the reason for his / her absence.

  Any accident, chronic sickness or long leave on medical grounds should be reported to the Principal.

  Ragging is strictly prohibited. Any student found guilty of ragging will be dealt with severely. Ragging is a punishable offence as per the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Ragging Act. The college has provided a Black Box near the Principal’s Office to drop complaints of any nature.

  Courteous behaviour towards teachers and authorities is expected from every Patrician. If there is any violation, stringent action will be taken.

  Damaging the college property or removal / breaking of any property belonging to the college, faculty or fellow students will lead to disciplinary action and the cost of repairs and replacement will be borne by the offender(s). College will not be responsible for the loss of personal belongings.

  Any lawful / unlawful activity disrupting the peace on the campus will lead to the expulsion of the student. Any student involved in criminal offence including the possession of Narcotic substances, alcohol, sharp weapons and any other harmful substance or items will not be allowed to continue his / her studies in the college.

  The college authorities can frame or modify disciplinary rules from time to time to regulate the conduct of the students inside and outside the college to maintain credibility and reputation of the institution.

  The decisions of the college authorities with regard to the disciplinary proceedings for indiscipline and other unlawful activities are final.

CAREER GUIDANCE & PLACEMENT CELL

   The Career Guidance & Placement Cell of Thiruthangal Nadar College functions under the direct control and directions of the Secretary& correspondent and the Principal of the College to enhance a good placement for the students. Since most of our students are come from low poverty .

Objectives:

   To identify and nurture the innate talents among the students of the college. 

   To build new skills set among student to mould their personality

  To train students for the campus recruitment process- Aptitude, group discussion and interviews.

  To create awareness on various career options and offer guidance to choose a best career.

  To invite reputed companies for campus drive, thus providing ample career opportunities.  

  To arrange various training programs by external expert trainers.

The students who have secured above 1000 marks in HSC Examination are eligible for a Merit Scholarship. On payment of their fees during admission, 50% of their fees will be refunded as Merit Scholarship through Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Hindu Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund.
The diligent students who procure 80% and above in their University Semester Examination are eligible for a Merit scholarship. In recognition of their arduous efforts, on paying their fees 50% of their fees will be refunded as Merit Scholarship through Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Hindu Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund.
The college also offers Sports Scholarship for Students who have won laurels in state-level games. On paying their fees, 50% of their fees will be refunded through Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Hindu Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund as Sports Scholarship.
The students who have won championships in district-level are also eligible for the Sports Scholarship. On the payment of their fees, 25% of their fees will be refunded Fund as through Chennaivazh Thiruthangal Hindu Nadar Uravinmurai Dharma Fund as Sports Scholarship.
In order to be eligible for the Sports Scholarship, the State-level champions are supposed to participate and win in university level Games and university B – zone Games.

LIBRARY

CENTRAL LIBRARY

ABOUT THE LIBRARY
  The central library is the ‘Heart’ of our institution. The library came into existence since the inception of the college. Thiruthangal Nadar College has a modern and well-equipped library abode in a space of 4091 sq. ft. with 12000 books, journals, periodicals, and newspapers. The library is located on the 1st floor of Science Block. The library is divided into different sections like the Reference book section, Stack section, Journal section, Reading section, and Digital library with the internet. The Central Library provides books, journals, and internet facilities to the students, teaching and non – teaching staff members. Teaching and learning systems are supported by the library through reading material. The library also provides Location of Information, Indexing, Current Awareness services, Selective Dissemination Information, Photocopy and Print copy services for the staff and students. We try to provide best services to our ability for proper and smooth functioning of the library.

VISION

   To provide comprehensive information resources and value-added services in support of the Research, Teaching and learning needs of the User society to achieve its goal.

MISSION

  The mission is to facilitate the creation of new knowledge through acquisition, organization, dissemination of knowledge resources and providing value-added services.

GOAL AND OBJECTIVES

1. To develop and enhance the capability of the library resources and services to meet the demands of the curriculum, instructional, and research programs of the user community by providing regular funding to the yearly acquisition of library materials.

2. To establish a computer infrastructure for all library operations and services by acquiring library computer software and hardware to make computerization functional.

3. To establish a strong library linkage with other institutions and agencies in the country and if possible with organizations and agencies from foreign countries by seeking their contacts.

4. To provide services that enhance the quest for knowledge and intellectual activity;

5. To create an atmosphere wherein students and faculty enjoy the learning process.

6. To build a complete digital database of resources such as e-journals and e-books from various publishers.

RESOURCES

1. Books – 12000

2. Journals – 23

3. Periodicals – 5

4. Magazine – 10

5. Daily’s – 10

6. Projects – 450

SECTIONS

1. Reading Section

2. Stack Section

3. Journals Periodicals Section 4. News Paper and Magazine Section

5. Reference Section

6. Digital Learning Section

7. Thesis Section

8. Questions Bank Section

SERVICES

1. OPAC Services

2. Lending Services

3. Reference Services

4. Reprographic Services

5. Newspaper Clipping

6. CD – ROM Access

7. Question Bank

8. Projects

9. Competitive Examination

10. Internet Specialties

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